Agile Problem Solving: A Training Course for Project Managers

Name: Agile Problem Solving: A Training Course for Project Managers
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Inspired by Asian Development Bank's PROBLEM SOLVING Guidebook for ADB Assisted Projects

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Agile Thinking and Problem Solving Course Overview:

Welcome to the 'PROBLEM SOLVING' course, a comprehensive project manager training course aimed at honing your cognitive problem-solving skills. This unique offering aims to cultivate an agile mindset in project management. It is not just a problem-solving course but a comprehensive training for project managers that focuses on the principles of agile project management. The course bridges the gap between problem-solving theory and its practical application in the workplace, giving you a chance to experience the realities of real-world challenges. Our certified project manager (CPM) course is designed to provide you with essential tools for successful project execution, from the initiation to the closing phase.

Target Audience:

Aspiring Project Managers
Project Coordinators
Team Leaders
Professionals aiming to acquire the Certified Project Manager (CPM) designation
Professionals seeking to enrich their Agile Project Manager training.

Targeted Organizational Departments:

Project Management Office (PMO)
Research & Development Department
Operations Department
IT Department

Targeted Industries:

IT Industry
Construction Industry
Manufacturing Industry
Financial Services
Healthcare Industry
Software Development Companies
Tech Startups

Course Offerings:

Upon completion of 'PROBLEM SOLVING,' participants will:

Have received comprehensive problem-solving training.
Acquire skills for defining problems, generating alternatives, choosing the best solution, and implementing it effectively.
Understand and implement Agile project management principles for managing project risk and improving team collaboration.

Course Toolbox:

The following resources and tools will be provided:

A workbook with exercises and templates
An online resource portal with reading materials and case studies
Problem-solving tools
Agile project management software for practical training
A checklist for monitoring progress
Tool 1a: Affinity Diagram
Tool 1b: Stakeholder Analysis Matrix
Tool 1c: Problem Framing Tool
Tool 2a: Data Collection Matrix
Tool 2b: Field Survey
Tool 3a: Root Cause Analysis
Tool 3b: Focus Group Discussions
Tool 4a: Brainstorming
Special Tools: Dialogue and Negotiation, Mediation, Negotiation, and Shuttle Diplomacy
Tool 4b: Weighted Average Analysis
Tool 5a: Action Plan
Tool 5b: Establishing Team and Roles & Responsibilities (RACI Matrix)
Tool 5c: Gantt Chart
Tool 5d: Communication Plan
Tool 6a: Most Significant Change Technique
Tool 6b: Problem Reporting

Course Agenda:

Day 1: Foundations of Problem-Solving & Agile Thinking

Topic 1: Introduction to Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
Topic 2: The Agile Mindset in Problem-Solving
Topic 3: The RESOLVE Framework for Structured Problem-Solving
Topic 4: Critical Thinking and Cognitive Flexibility in Problem-Solving
Topic 5: Identifying and Overcoming Cognitive Biases
Topic 6: Agile Problem-Solving vs. Traditional Approaches
Reflection & Review: Applying Agile Thinking to Real-World Problems

Day 2: Problem Identification and Data Collection

Topic 1: Defining Problems Clearly: The Art of Framing
Topic 2: Stakeholder Analysis and Engagement in Agile Projects
Topic 3: Data Collection Techniques for Informed Decision-Making
Topic 4: Validating Problems Using Agile Methodologies
Topic 5: Risk Assessment and Prioritization in Problem-Solving
Topic 6: Problem-Solving Tools: Affinity Diagrams, Root Cause Analysis
Reflection & Review: Hands-on Exercise on Data Collection and Analysis

Day 3: Option Analysis and Decision-Making

Topic 1: Observing and Analyzing Available Solutions
Topic 2: Generating Innovative Solutions with Agile Brainstorming
Topic 3: Feasibility Analysis: Cost-Benefit and Weighted Average Analysis
Topic 4: Decision-Making in Agile Teams: Collaborative Problem-Solving
Topic 5: Agile Prioritization Techniques: MoSCoW, Kano Model
Topic 6: Testing and Validating Potential Solutions
Reflection & Review: Applying Decision-Making Techniques to Case Studies

Day 4: Implementation Planning and Execution

Topic 1: Developing an Action Plan for Problem Resolution
Topic 2: Agile Communication Strategies for Team Alignment
Topic 3: Conflict Resolution and Stakeholder Negotiation Techniques
Topic 4: Utilizing Agile Tools: RACI Matrix, Gantt Charts, Sprint Planning
Topic 5: Change Management: Overcoming Resistance to Solutions
Topic 6: Implementing Solutions with Agile Project Execution
Reflection & Review: Group Activity on Agile Execution Strategies

Day 5: Evaluation, Continuous Improvement & Final Project

Topic 1: Measuring the Success of Implemented Solutions
Topic 2: Agile Retrospective: Lessons Learned from Problem-Solving
Topic 3: Monitoring Progress with KPIs and Agile Metrics
Topic 4: Continuous Improvement Strategies for Problem-Solving
Topic 5: Final Case Study: Solving a Real-World Problem in Teams
Topic 6: Certification & Action Plan for Real-World Application
Reflection & Review: Course Wrap-Up, Q&A, and Certificate Distribution

How This Course is Different from Other Problem-Solving Courses:

Our 'PROBLEM-SOLVING' course transcends beyond ordinary problem-solving training, integrating comprehensive project manager training course components. It's an all-in-one package for professionals seeking certified project manager (CPM) course credentials. Uniquely designed with Agile project manager training in mind, this course will equip participants with the necessary skills for swift decision making, problem-solving, and project execution.

credits: 5 credit per day

Course Mode: full-time

Provider: Agile Leaders Training Center